Overview
The Quality Assurance Lead plays a crucial role in ensuring the overall quality of products and services within the organization. This position is vital in leading quality assurance processes developing testing strategies and maintaining high standards for deliverables. The QA Lead works collaboratively with crossfunctional teams to identify and resolve issues that may compromise product quality. By implementing effective testing methodologies and optimizing quality processes the Quality Assurance Lead contributes to delivering exceptional value to customers and stakeholders. Moreover the role involves mentoring and guiding junior QA staff building a qualityoriented culture and ensuring compliance with industry standards. This position not only enhances the efficiency of QA efforts but also fosters a proactive approach to risk management ultimately driving success for the organization.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the QA team in developing and implementing comprehensive test plans.
- Ensure the timely execution of testing processes within project timelines.
- Design document and maintain test cases scripts and test data.
- Identify analyze and report bugs and issues using appropriate tools.
- Conduct both manual and automated testing for software applications.
- Collaborate with developers and product managers to refine requirements.
- Provide mentorship and training to junior QA staff.
- Review and approve testing documentation and project deliverables.
- Implement and maintain QA best practices and processes.
- Participate in code reviews and provide feedback on qualityrelated issues.
- Utilize different testing methodologies including regression performance and security testing.
- Monitor and track quality metrics to assess project performance.
- Coordinate with project managers to align QA activities with project goals.
- Stay current with industry trends and best practices in quality assurance.
- Conduct audits of testing processes and implement improvements as needed.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field.
- 5 years of experience in software quality assurance.
- 2 years in a leadership or supervisory role within QA.
- Strong understanding of QA methodologies tools and processes.
- Experience with test automation tools (e.g. Selenium QTP).
- Proficient in scripting languages (e.g. Python JavaScript).
- Familiarity with Agile development methodologies.
- Knowledge of software development life cycle (SDLC).
- Experience with performance testing tools (e.g. JMeter LoadRunner).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work in a fastpaced dynamic environment.
- Detailoriented with strong analytical skills.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Experience in creating and delivering training programs.
- Relevant certifications in QA (e.g. ISTQB CSTE) are a plus.
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